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Brief Summary

It starts with the side decks, which are relatively rare on a 33' 2'' (10.1 m) boat. But even with the Intrigue’s 11' 2'' (3.4 m) beam, Doral makes it work nicely without introducing claustrophobia into the main salon. As the tour continues, we see more examples of how just a few clever touches, added to what would otherwise be ordinary features, can make a more comfortable feeling boat, and therefore increase the pride of ownership. As for the fit and finish, we found no rattling doors, no leaking windows, just a solid feel that we’ve come to expect from a company like Doral. Step aboard the Intrigue with us and see how Doral brings Euro styling to creative thinking.

Key Features

Specifications

Length Overall

33' 2''10.1 m

Beam

11' 2'' 3.4 m

Dry Weight

12,500 lbs. 5,682 kg

Tested Weight

N/A

Draft

N/A

- Draft Up

N/A

- Draft Down

N/A

- Air Draft

N/A

Deadrise/Transom

19 deg.

Max Headroom

6' 3'' 1.90 m

Bridge Clearance

N/A

Weight Capacity

N/A

Person Capacity

N/A

Fuel Capacity

166 gal. 628 L

Water Capacity

40 gal. 52 L

Length on Trailer

N/A

Height on Trailer

N/A

Trailer Weight

N/A

Total Weight(Trailer, Boat, & Engine)

N/A

Prices, features, designs, and equipment are subject to change. Please see your local dealer or visit the builder's website for the latest information available on this boat model.

Acceleration Times & Test Conditions

Captain's Report

By Captain Steve Larivee

Forward Layout and Features

Starting at the bow, the Intrigue offers a custom forged, stainless steel, highly polished Doral anchor with chain, roller and windlass. In our opinion it is the best-looking anchor in the industry. The bow area has heavy-duty, 26'' high bow rails (not 22'' or 24'' like most boats) with a both a navigation and courtesy LED lighting built in. This is about as cool an installation as you will find on a 32-footer. To enjoy more sun, our test boat was equipped with the forward bow chaise lounge with side rails and drink holders all close by. The fully framed windshield has a center walkthrough for easy access forward, or you can gain access forward via 7-inch wide side decks. The radar arch is either a fixed or optional motorized arch, which is handy in low overhead areas. The motorized arch has a safety key on the port side and a switch on the starboard side to prevent accidental operation by the little ones, or adults for that matter. The Bimini stretches both forward and aft of the arch, and will provide much needed comfort in the harsh sun or protection from brief squalls in the humid summer weather.

Functional Cockpit with Entertaining Room

In the cockpit, a lounger with very comfortable cushions lying across from the helm awaits your navigator or first mate. This is a bit of a different design than we usually see as it’s tailored for sitting and reclining facing aft. Normally, these seats are squared off and lend themselves more to facing the captain. This one works much better. An acrylic chart holder is in the top of the dash. Matching acrylic drink holders are mounted in the top of the ledge surrounding the lounger to keep your beverages handy. A refreshment center is just aft of this port side lounger with a sink and pressure water. A cockpit refrigerator/icemaker lies beneath.

The roomy swim platform is covered with a teak inlay. The cockpit seating slides fore and aft to give control of space. Notice the forward chaise lounge and three hatches to the salon.

At the helm, the seating is a double-wide bench seat with flip-up bolster to make more room for the driver when standing. Doral has allowed plenty of room here to outfit your dash with whatever equipment you want, and I like the brushed aluminum panel that adds brightness but not glare. Analog gauges were arranged around the panel and in two tiers. The upper gauges are only viewable when standing and the lower were under an eyebrow for easy viewing, even in the hot Virginia sun. A compass is mounted way off to the port and forward of the helm, next to the walkthrough. That won’t do on any boat, particularly on a boat that can travel offshore to nearby islands, and out of sight of land. Yes, the helmsman can move to his left to see his heading. Our test model also had a Clarion remote control on the right for the driver to control the tunes underway, along with the bow plane controls and remote spotlight joystick.

Aft Cockpit

The aft cockpit seating is a huge U-shape lounge that appears to seat 5 to 6 comfortably. I say comfortably and mean it. A lumbar support runs around the entire seat and raised cushions are just under your legs. Another neat feature I have enjoyed on Doral models is the sliding aft bench seat, which actually expands the deckspace by moving the aft bench out over the swim platform.The aft deck pops up on twin rams to reveal lots of room in the engine room for standard pre-launch checks and routine maintenance. The table top has a dedicated storage spot on the bottom of the hatch, just above the engine.

The Stern Platform

The swim platform is a mere 7'' (17.8 cm) step down from the aft cockpit. That’s a welcome feature for I found that when pulling off power quickly, the following wave washed over the aft platform, but not into the cockpit. The swim platform measures 6’8" wide by 4’1” and offers a wonderful place to hang out with your feet in the water, or flip out the telescoping 4-step swim ladder and jump in for a cool relaxing dip. Our model had the optional teak inlay on the swim platform which really spices up the look. There was also a flush mounted storage compartment in the platform deck that was self draining. Dock connections are fed into the center stern trunk to keep everything neat, and two stainless steel fender slots will keep your fenders stored where they should be, out of the way. Doral has thought of nearly everything.

Spacious Cabin with Refinements

Heading below, you step through a green acrylic cabin entry door that locks open. What this door lacks in privacy, it more than makes up for in the amount of light it allows into the lower deck. We have not seen this green acrylic used on any other boat line, and it has a classy look that sets this boat apart from lesser brands at the marina.

Notice there are three hatches, plus an acrylic door for letting in natural light. Those overhead cabinets above the galley taper down to 13” so they can still hold dinner plates.

The mid-cabin has a storage cabinet, portal for natural light, reading lights for night time reading, and a large double berth measuring 6’4” (1.93 m) by 4'6” (1.37 m). An accordion doorway provides privacy to the occupants at night and, in a very nice bit of innovation for a boat in this class, the cabin even has a comfortable reading seat that is also a great place to get ready in the morning. It features 2’6” of seated headroom.

We loved this seat lying to port of the mid-cabin berth. Notice the roll up curtains over the portlight.

In the galley, the Intrigue has beautiful wood cabinetry with Corian countertops, sink, stainless microwave oven and built-in refrigerator. The counters all have fiddles, raised edges to keep items from sliding off. I really liked the protective stainless steel on the bottom of the Corian burner cover, but I’d like to see this fitted with a micro-switch to turn the burners off when closed. The cabinets above the galley are beautifully curved and look stunning. Across from the galley is the head. It features a full fiberglass liner, shower with curtain, medicine cabinet above the vanity and toilet.

It’s easy to see why the mid-cabin will likely be the master. Notice the storage cabinets at the head and the second portlight. The sconce rotates for directing light for reading or straight up for indirect mood lighting.

Continuing forward is the main V-berth, and Doral set this berth up for you to sleep across instead of having your head tucked all the way forward. It measures 7’ (2.13 m) across by 5’ (1.52 m) and it tapers to 3’ (.9 m) at the bow. This berth may lend itself more towards guests as it lacks the enclosed privacy of the mid-berth. For privacy at night, a curtain can be pulled across the end of the bed.Our 325 Intrigue had the Entertainment Package which includes the 15” LCD/TV and DVD player that rotates to face the lounger or V-berth. Reading lights are at the head of the berth for night-time reading enjoyment. The L-shaped lounge offers a great place to relax in the day, enjoy an intimate chat with friends or enjoy a movie on the optional entertainment system. The CD changer, stereo head and optional DVD player are within easy reach above the lounger and the main power panel is mounted in the wall just inside the cabin.Doral boats are well known for their headroom and the 325 Intrigue is no exception. I measured a full 6’3” (1.9 m) of overhead clearance in the main salon. Another unique Doral feature… the portlights have notched hinges, so you can open them in increments. Roll up curtains cover all portlights and screens keep the bugs out.

Specifications and Ride

The Intrigue measures 33'2'' (10.1m) length overall, and has a beam of 11'2'' (3.43m). She weighs about 12,500 (5,682kg) pounds dry, and carries 166 gallons of fuel and 40 gallons of fresh water. Her hot water capacity is 6 gallons and she has 6'3'' of cabin headroom.The Intrigue handled very well in tight quarters and in the narrow Intracoastal Waterway in Virginia. She was easy to manage and smooth through the chop of passing boats and crossing wakes. To describe her handling in one word, it would have to be solid. Her heavy weight and 19-degree deadrise make for a very smooth-feeling ride that you and your passengers will appreciate. There was a lot to like on the 325 Intrigue. Throughout the entire day, it was easy to picture taking this boat offshore to Catalina Island, or even spending an evening on Block Island before weekending over to Nantucket. And it’s certainly not a boat that you would want to do any of that alone in. It just begs for company, and I’m sure you’ll be happy to comply.

Recommendation

With a beam of 11'2'' (3.43m) the 325 Intrigue is too wide to trailer in the U.S. without special permits in most states. Other countries have more liberal rules. But for boaters with a slip or a mooring she has the speed and comfort to cruise easily far from home. If you take pride in owning a fine product, then you should get aboard this boat. There is really nothing quite like her in class.

Test Result Highlights

Best cruise for the Doral 325 Intrigue (2010-) is 32.9 mph (52.9 kph), and the boat gets 1.71 miles per gallon (mpg) or 0.73 kilometers per liter (kpl), giving the boat a cruising range of 256 miles (411.99 kilometers).